RPSG-FSMS-RA-COSHH-019

Rev:03; Date:07/12/18
COSSH RISK ASSESSMENT
Issue No. 02
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RPSG Carried Out By: James Kelly

Department: Catering - DFAC Date: 12/7/2018
Substance Name: Venus-Scale and Lime remover CRA Number: 19

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Operation / Process Details

Job / Task: Scale and lime remover for professional use.

Amount being used: Small (Up to 1L) Medium (1L to 5L) X Large (Over 5L)

Exposure and/or Eye effects: Irritating to eyes

Health Hazards Skin: Avoid contact with skin
Inhalation: May cause damage to mucous membrane in nose, throat and lungs
Ingestion: Ingestion may produce burns to the lips, oral cavity and airways.

Groups at risk: Users Others at risk: Store Handlers

Evaluation of hazards before safety / control measures in place

Health Hazard Risk Class

Note: Eyes 5 Moderate
Skin 5 Moderate
Risk Rating = Inhalation 3 Low
Likelihood x Severity Ingestion 3 Low

Existing safety / control measures (if applicable)

Hand Protection: Suitable protective gloves must be worn

Eye Protection : Wear suitable safety glasses/face protection
Respiratory protection : Not normally required under normal use conditions
Skin Protection: Wear appropriate clothing to prevent any possibility of skin contact
Normal Working Hygiene Measures: Washing with soap and water after use is recommended
as good hygiene practice to prevent possible eye irritation from hand contact.

Evaluation of hazards with safety / control measures in place

Health Hazard Risk Class

Note: Eyes 4 Moderate
Skin 4 Moderate
Risk Rating = Inhalation 2 Low
Likelihood x Severity Ingestion 2 Low

Risk Rating Risk Class

Likelihood (L) Severity (S)
1 = Rare 1 = Insignificant 1-3 Low
2 = Unlikely 2 = Minor 4-6 Moderate
3 = Possible 3 = Moderate 7 - 15 High
4 = Likely 4 = Major 16 - 25 Extreme
5 = Almost Certain 5 = Severe
 COSHH Assessment Form
Additional controls required (to reduce residual risk class to below 4)

Obtain and read the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) before going to use the materials

Additional information
Eyes: Promptly wash eyes with plenty of water. seek medical assistance
Skin: Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Inhalation: Not relevant. Inhalation unlikely.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. rinse mouth thoroughly, drink a few
First Aid:
glasses of water or milk. Seek medical attention
General Advice: Consult Physician and show Safety Data Sheet.

Exposure Limits: Refer to MSDS

NON FLAMMABLE – In the event of a fire due to other causes the product is
compatible with water, carbon dioxide, foam and dry powder extinguishers. By
Fire: heating and fire, harmful vapours/gasses may be formed. Fire Fighters to wear
self contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing must be worn in
case of fire.
Avoid contact with eyes. Store at moderate temperatures in dry, well ventilated
area. Keep in original container. Store away from oxidizing materials. Use good
Storage: industrial hygiene practices when handling this material.

Large spillages, use absorbent material, collect and seal in properly labelled
Spillage: containers or drums for disposal. Small quantities may be flushed to drains with
plenty of water.

Is the manufacturers safety data sheet (MSDS) Is maintenance of Engineering Controls in place?
attached to this assessment? (essential)
Yes x No Yes x No
Where RPE is used, is it inspected and Is monitoring required?
tested?
Yes x No Yes No x
Is Health Surveillance required? Has information, instruction and training been
provided?
Yes No x Yes x No

PPE Control measures ('X' if applicable)

X X

X X
Additional control measures ('X' if applicable)

X x X
Assessment review
1st Review 07/12/18 JKELLY 2nd Review (date & sign) 3rd Review (date & sign)